Bungendore program bridges generation gap through friendship

In Bungendore, New South Wales, an aged care provider and a local high school have been running a weekly program connecting teenagers with older community members. The initiative encourages conversations, shared learning, and relationship-building between the two generations.

Students and seniors meet to listen, chat, and participate in activities such as knitting, learning new skills, and sharing stories. The program has reportedly fostered greater understanding, respect, and personal growth for participants, both in and outside the classroom. The initiative has also inspired creative projects, including a song reflecting memories and connections made through the program, demonstrating that age is no barrier to friendship.